The best tattoo shop in New Bedford, been here a few times & Andrew knows how to get it done. Very…read moreprofessional. Vibe was perfect for getting a tattoo. Definitely recommend to everyone who wants to get a tattoo go see Andrew and he will take care of you! 10/10

Ross is a fantastic artist that worked on my 75 year old Mom for her bucket list tattoo. Gentle,…read morepatient, friendly guy that creates gorgeous color combinations. The flower is even glittery! The bird & flower came from much darker, semi blurry stock photo that he brightened up with more vibrant colors. The vines, leaves & water he added himself on request. Highly recommend.

Yesterday I got my first ever tattoo (2 tattoos to be exact). I was definitely a little nervous but…read moreI had no reason to be, let me explain why. For starters the overall atmosphere had nothing but good energy, so that was very nice. When it came to getting my tattoos, Val was my tattoo artist. She's very sweet, funny, and just an overall kind soul. I will definitely be going back to her for my future tattoos. If it's your first tattoo, or not I highly recommend NEW BEDFORD TATTOO COMPANY. You will not be disappointed I promise!!!.

I have spent many hours in this shop, specifically with Steve, and I wouldn't go anywhere else. He…read moreis an incredibly talented artist and is super personable, respectful, and professional. The linework, the color, the creativity, all of it is absolutely jaw dropping when you see that finished art. I personally have not gotten any work from the other artists there but when I am in there for a few hours at a time, it is always a positive, fun, professional environment. Everyone there makes you feel welcomed and I am happy to have found my tattoo home. The shop is super clean compared to a few other shops I have walked into from the time you walk in and through the whole tattoo process. Highly, highly recommend checking them out for your 1st or even 30th tattoo - they will definitely take care of you!

I went in recently for the BOGO piercing sale with Corey and it was amazing! He did such a great…read morejob calming my nerves and just creating conversation/ making jokes. And they were burning incense which smelled amazing . If I ever get other piercings or have any questions I will definitely come back here!!

I came to dark star and my tattoo was completed by Joe. He was professional, friendly and…read moreattentive. The parlor is clean and all of the staff are personable. Will return here for further tattoos

Friendly and amazing I went a year and a half ago for my half sleeve I will be going again this…read moresummer !

I have known Ryan as an artist for several years. His professionalism and attention to detail have…read morecreated a first class tattoo shop. He has always been the artist I feel comfortable referring my good friends and family members to. His business is very modern, warm and inviting, a sigh of relief for those who are new to being patrons of a tattoo shop. Whether you have never been, or have many pieces of body art already, it is a cut above the rest. His attention to cleanliness and proper precautions exceeds the board of health standards by a wide margin and he only uses first class materials and equipment which shows in his art.

I've gone to ruby before and my piercings were done well and healed great. She did my industrial…read moreand septum and they both healed wonderful. The problem arises when she did my right nostril. It was not pierced to match my left one that I already had. After months of trying to heal it, I decided to take it out. Ruby offered to Pierce it again for free, which was very kind of her. However, due to angling issues I decided against it and asked for an ear piercing instead. Which again, she was kind enough to do. We did a conch piercing. I thought something was wrong when I noticed a butterfly post being used for my piercing. As far as I know from my knowledge of piercings those are never used except MAYBE ON LOBES. It should have been a 16g flat back. When I asked, ruby said the butterfly post was indeed 16g, and when I changed it out once it healed I could easily put a 16g in. I decided to trust her because she's the piercer and should know better than me. After I left, looking and feeling it, compared to all of my other earrings which are 16g I realized this was no different than any normal earring butterfly back you could get at Claire's. I immediately took it out. The hole itself was at best a 20g she might have pierced me with. I don't know if she did this because it was a free piercing and she didn't want to waste her good jewelry on me, but I'm hurt. I've gone to her for now four piercings. Tipped every time. Recommended her to others. I can't say I'll do the same anymore. Needless to say it's already closed and I'll be doing elsewhere for piercings. I'm disappointed. Pics attached.

Got a nose piercing, very quick very clean very matter of fact. Will go there again definitely and…read morerecommend to anyone looking for a safe, clean piercing.

Absolutely amazing experience and service…read more Pros: The shop manager Emily was welcoming and incredibly helpful. As this was my first tattoo I had so many basic questions and she brought up things I didn't know that I didn't know. Nicole was collaborative from the start. She took the time to understand what I was truly trying to achieve and helped take a crowded rough sketch and turn in into an art piece better than I ever Imagined could be done. The shop is clean, spacious, and well maintained. Single use sterile equipment. All with fun friendly vibe. Cons: Need a cushy pillow for the tattoo chair seat #numbButt. Would recommend this shop to anyone looking for a truly impressive piece of art and a fantastic experience from an awesome crew.

Ethan is the best tattooer. The shop is clean and the tattooer is friendly and respectful. My…read moretattoos have come out great and well done.

Julia is an amazing artist. Took her time. Makes you feel very comfortable. Shop is clean. Very…read moreprofessional. Anyone looking for a new tattoo artist in New Bedford go here. 5 stars